Family – Senior Portraits – Weddings

Intensity – Football Moments

Blane, a senior at Brother Martin High School, showed his intensity in part one of his senior portrait session. He was a great model and fun to work with. I have to admit, I miss the good old pigskin days and wish I had some photographs like these to reflect upon. It was a great playoff run for Brother Martin but the season is now over. Fortunately, the memories of his “moments that matter” will last a lifetime.

We had the good fortune to spend a few brief moments with these lovely young ladies as they prepared for a High School right of passage, Homecoming. The memories from this night will be among the many memories that they will reflect upon through the years. Ladies, savor the moments, and get ready to experience many more “moments that matter” soon!

Sylvia and I recently had the good fortune to attend a two-day posing workshop in Houston with international photography master and best-selling author Roberto Valenzuela. His educational books include Picture Perfect Practice, Picture Perfect Posing, and Picture Perfect Lighting. The daily workshop format was formal (yet fun) classroom instruction, followed by practical applications of posing techniques with models.

The Oh So Decent Proposal

Sylvia and I were very fortunate to play a role in the engagement of Kevin and Stefanie. Kevin contacted us several weeks ago about his plans to stun his love with a poolside proposal at the Hotel Monteleone. The couple currently resides in Florida. Kevin, a long time New Orleans aficionado, decided the Big Easy and his favorite hotel would be the perfect location. Kevin’s planning was meticulous and the love and affection he expressed for Stefanie when he spoke with us was inspirational. Soon enough the big day arrived. The staff at the Hotel Monteleone was fantastic. Management and support staff ensured that every step of Kevin’s plan went off without a hitch. From reserving tables to making sure all staff in the areas in play were well informed. Stefanie had no idea what was in store for her. So, at the designated time, I pretended to be taking portraits of Sylvia. The couple arrived, and after chatting, smiling, and laughing together, Kevin stunned Stefanie when he dropped to a knee. The emotions were intense and their passion for one another was unmistakeable. What a moment and experience! We were thrilled to be there to capture it. Not surprisingly, Stefanie, with a huge smile, said “YES”! After a few poolside pictures, next on Kevin’s agenda was the well known Carousel Bar & Lounge, where the couple’s engagement was announced and celebrated. After the newly engaged couple enjoyed a cocktail, Kevin had arranged for a carriage tour of the city. We tagged along and stopped at several scenic spots to take photographs to commemorate the occasion and so that generations to come can enjoy some of the happy couples “moments that matter.” Thanks to Kevin and Stefanie for allowing us to be a part of their special night, to the Hotel Monteleone, and to the Carousel Bar and Lounge for working hard to make sure everything went smoothly. Romance, my friends, is still alive and well, especially in the Big Easy!

Sylvia and I recently visited Oak Alley Plantation, in Vacherie, Louisiana. We have a wedding booked later this year and wanted to do some planning. Penny, our hostess, greeted us with an energetic and genuine smile.

I love working as a wedding and senior portrait photographer in New Orleans, Houma, and Thibodaux. However, my work does keep me quite busy. It does not leave much time to travel to Baton Rouge to visit my alma mater, Louisiana State University, or LSU. I recently made some time and found that the campus is as majestic as ever. Here are a few images that I believe capture the ambiance and character of this unique university.

Scott & Melissa – What a fantastic afternoon and evening with Scott Falgout and Melissa Pickering Falgout. They planned perfectly and got their desired golden hour wedding. The venue was artistically decorated to the bride and grooms vintage/traditional preferences. The whole experience was festive and the entire bridal party was so much fun to be around. We were so fortunate to have been a part of their wedding day experience.